Health & Wellness Education Center
About "HWE"
Hi, I'm Howie!
Howie the Border Collie would like to welcome YSD families to the new Health and Wellness Education (HWE) Center! The center is located at 331 N. 1st Street in Yakima. The mission of HWE is to provide YSD families with health guidance and support needed for the educational success of students. Some of the resources HWE will offer include:
- Physical and mental health care
- Case management
- Disease Prevention
- Educational opportunities
Look for Howie and the kids to find health-related information throughout the school year!
Resources
Save A Life Award
The Health and Wellness Department would like to recognize staff who have saved a life. If you would like to recognize one of our staff who has saved your life or your child's life, please share it with us! We would like to share these stories with our staff and the public.
Announcements
2025 Newsletter
To learn more about our upcoming vaccine clinics, sports physicals, and health and wellness tips click here.
Flu Activity in Yakima County Classified as "Very High"
Flu activity in Washington State, including Yakima County, is now classified as "very high" and continues to rise. Residents are encouraged to get vaccinated to reduce the risk of severe illness and protect the community. Vaccines for flu, COVID-19, and RSV are available. For vaccine locations and resources, visit www.yakimahealthdistrict.org.
Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Information
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is a contagious respiratory disease characterized by severe coughing fits. Vaccination is the best protection against this illness. For more information and guidance, please visit the Washington State Health Department.
What To Do When You Are Sick With COVID-19 or Another Respiratory Virus
For guidance on what to do if you're sick with COVID-19 or another respiratory virus, including steps to prevent spread and specific recommendations for different settings, click here.
Safety Study Hall
Explore important health and safety resources, including substance use prevention and safe storage tips, by visiting the new Safety Study Hall page.
When Is Sick Too Sick For School?
Learn more about when to send your child to school, keep them home, or call the doctor by reading the letters linked below.
English Letter, English Poster
Spanish Letter, Spanish Poster
FREE Well-Care Appointments For Insured Children Under 21
- Children – English PDF || Spanish PDF
- Adolescents – English PDF || Spanish PDF
- Young Adults – English PDF || Spanish PDF
Upcoming Events
Sports Physicals
LOCATION: Health & Wellness Education Center 331 N. 1st St. Yakima, WA 98901
Pacific Northwest University medical students will be providing free sports physicals. No appointment is needed, but due to limited availability, walk-ins will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Saturday, January 25: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Monday, February 10: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Monday, February 24: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Monday, March 24: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday, April 26: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Monday, May 19: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Vaccine Clinics
LOCATION: Health & Wellness Education Center 331 N. 1st St. Yakima, WA 98901
Free childhood vaccines for children aged 6 months to 18 years. If insured, please provide an insurance card. Vaccines are at no cost for the uninsured. Due to limited availability, walk-ins will be based on first come, first served.
- Thursday, January 16: 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM
- Thursday, March 27: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
The mission of Health and Wellness Education (HWE) is to nurture the growth, development, and educational success of students through culturally responsive physical and mental health care, comprehensive case management, disease prevention, and educational opportunities. With an emphasis on health equity, improved academic outcomes, and key strategic partnerships, HWE supports families with age-appropriate trauma-informed care.
Contact Us
Phone
509-573-5000
Fax
509-573-5050
Address
331 N 1st St.
Yakima, WA 98901
Hours
Monday - Friday
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM